Writing and Publishing
Latest arts money isn’t enough; we need transparency
Over the past decade, Australia’s national arts funding has shrunk while the demand has increased. Writer Jo Caust looks at…
When do you have enough material to start writing your book?
The leap of faith from a shorter work to a full-length book comes with many potential pitfalls including procrastination and…
How to embrace criticism when your ideas are unconventional
Persevering through rejection and criticism are vital for successful artists but they are even more important when your ideas are…
The adage ‘fake it till you make it’ has become easier thanks to Zoom
Since COVID-19, the virtual job interview has become de rigueur. We talk with ANAT, an organisation that has recently appointed…
Just say hello! Real-world networking revisited
As we emerge from our COVID-induced hibernation, it’s time to embrace some old-school networking in the real world. Here are…
On the Move: Latest appointments and departures
Garry Stewart to leave Australian Dance Theatre after 22 years, Vitalstatistix appoints Executive Producer, Creative Partnerships Australia appoints NSW/ACT state…
ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Artists working in schools, new festival for Newcastle, chalking on Parliament steps, Carriageworks takeover, film meets chamber music and rockin'…
NSW arts grants ‘a black box’
The ongoing state inquiry into grants has found a process that is difficult to understand and which makes it harder…
Opportunities and Awards Wrap
Thrive offers grants of up to $10,000 for Deaf & Disabled artists, nominations announced for Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards, Regional…
Laura Jean McKay wins $100,000 Victorian Prize for Literature
The Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards have been announced online, with Laura Jean McKay’s prescient story about a novel virus taking out…